Sophie Steward unpacks why the sun is so strong in Aotearoa, and how we can protect ourselves. In this episode she's joined by: Christina Baldarelli, NIWA's Olaf Morgenstern, and University of Otago researcher Bronwen McNoe. This episode was made possible in part with support from the Ministry of Health. To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website.    For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing list here. You can get in touch via Podcasts@consumer.org.nz.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Journalist Bernard Hickey joins Jon Duffy on this episode of Consume This to discuss, competition, scams, and why we all deserve better from our banks. As part of this podcast for a limited time Consumer NZ members can get 50% a full subscription to Bernards independent media platform The Kaka. You can find all the details of that offer here. To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website. For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing list here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

Toothbrushing is one of the most important things you can do for your oral health. Done right it takes just four minutes a day, can save endless pain, and thousands of dollars. Because let’s face it, the only thing that might worse than the excruciating, eye popping pain of a toothache is forking over an entire pay packet to the dentist... On this episode of Consume This we take on the latest New Zealand Health Survey Data to understand where we are going wrong with our approach to oral health and what we’re doing about it.    Sophie Stewart is joined by:   NZ Dental Asso ..read more

In 1947, the small west coast town of Greymouth came together to fight an increase in the price of beer. Their boycott of the local pubs lasted four and a half months, was ultimately a success, and became the first major consumer action in our history.   In this episode Jon Duffy & Sophie Stewart look back at the history of Consumer action in Aotearoa, unpick Consumer NZs role in it, and look towards our future.  To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website. For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing list here. You can get in touch v ..read more

Former Prime Minister Dame Jenny Shipley sits down with Consume This producer Tom and Powerswitch manager Paul Fuge to discuss the future of New Zealand's electricity sector. In this exclusive episode, Shipley shares her insights on the Bradford reforms, gentailers, and the need for a more sustainable energy future. She also weighs in on the controversial issue of nuclear power, and offers her thoughts on how New Zealand can meet its energy needs in the years to come. This is a must-listen episode for anyone interested in the future of New Zealand's energy sector. To become a member of Cons ..read more

Consume This hosts a pre-election panel debate featuring the leaders of four of New Zealand's major political parties. ACT MP Damian Smith, Green Party MP Julie Anne Genter, Labour Party MP leader Ingrid Leary, and National Party MP Andrew Bayly will fiercely debate the cost of living crisis, the environment and greenwashing, transport, and more. This is a must-listen episode if you want to know what the major political parties are planning to do about the most pressing issues facing New Zealand. The four panelists are all passionate and knowledgeable about their respective parties’ policies ..read more

This episode is part two of our examination of the electricity industry. We attempt to understand what changes we should make to the structure of our electricity market to keep it functioning well into the future. Joining Jon Duffy in this high voltage episode are: Paul Fuge - Manager of Powerswitch Dame Jenny Shipley - Former Prime Minister Max Bradford - Former Energy Minister David Reeve & Steve Batstone - Whiteboard Energy Consultants To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website. For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing list here. You can g ..read more

Twenty-five years ago, sweeping reforms of New Zealand’s electricity sector promised us increased competition and lower prices. We look back to assess what we were promised against what was delivered… Joining Jon Duffy in this high voltage episode are: Paul Fuge - Manager of Powerswitch Dame Jenny Shipley - Former Prime Minister Max Bradford - Former Energy Minister Geoff Bertram - Economist David Reeve & Steve Batstone - Whiteboard Energy Consultants To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website. For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing li ..read more

Jon Duffy & Sophie Stewart catch up with four of our favourite stories from previous seasons. Starring: Rachel from Scammed: How I Lost $100k On A Dating App Toby Green from Bamboozled: Can We Kick The Plastic? Thomas Swain from The Bank Of Mum & Dad Vladimir Zdravkovich from My House Earns More Than Me To become a member of Consumer NZ check out our website. For updates follow us on Facebook, Instagram or sign up to our mailing list here. You can get in touch via Podcasts@consumer.org.nz.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information ..read more

The ability to access healthcare services is vital for the overall well-being of individuals. With the rapid development of technology, these services have evolved significantly over time, providing opportunities to expand access and improve healthcare delivery.  Telehealth platforms have emerged as a prime example of this evolution, connecting patients and healthcare providers regardless of distance. Chair of the ‘NZ Telehealth Forum’ Dr. Ruth Large joins us to discuss the ‘Patient Anywhere Clinician Elsewhere’ concept as set out in a recent NZTF white-paper. This paradigm shift aims to ..read more